In this month's National Geographic Traveler, traveler Edward Readicker-Henderson wrote a fascinating piece on why he travels - and still travels to this day. This in spite of the fact that doctors told him many years ago that his medical conditions would result in only months to live and would make travel impossible.
Two memorable quotes: "Whoever created the world went to a lot of trouble. It would be downright rude not to go out and see as much of it as possible."
and
"It's not a matter of better or worse, but simply this or that."
I especially like the latter; for most decisions, especially related to travel, there really isn't a right or wrong decision. Rather, its simply a choice between or among options, any of which could result in a serendipitous moment. And that is what travel is about.
Besides the NG Traveler article, Edward has a website with additional writings about his travels. http://www.routeofseeing.com/home.html
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